Head of Information Systems (IT Systems Department)

Quick Facts

• Role: Head of Information Systems (IT Systems Department)

• Focus: Development, operation, administration, and modernization of information systems; integration with other technologies

• Location: Prague

• Employment: Indefinite contract; 5-year term in the position

• Start date: January 2027 or by agreement

• Work schedule: Full-time; flexible working hours

Description

Manage the development, operation, and administration of information systems, ensuring they remain reliable and functional. Coordinate external IT service providers, oversee contract terms and service quality, and lead an IT specialist team. Plan and deliver IT projects for modernization and integration with other technologies.

Responsibilities

• Direct development, operations, and administration of information systems, including reliability and functionality.
• Coordinate external IT service providers: negotiate contractual conditions and control service quality.
• Manage software licenses, maintain IT asset records, and ensure compliance with legislative and licensing requirements.
• Lead the IT specialist team: organize work, motivate staff, and support professional growth.
• Plan, manage, and implement IT projects focused on modernizing information systems and integrating them with other technologies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a master’s study program.
• Strong communication skills with clear written and verbal expression.
• Interest in the field.

Benefits

• Good team atmosphere.
• Any technical equipment you need to perform the role.
• Compensation according to government regulation No. 304/2014 Coll. (pay grade 14), with a management allowance and a possible personal allowance.
• 5 weeks of vacation and 5 days of non-availability leave.
• Opportunity for further professional education.
• Flexible working hours.
• Meal allowance.
• FKSP benefits (e.g., MultiSport card).
• Occasional home office option.
• Language courses and other professional training and personal development.